The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kano State Command, has arrested a 27-year-old man, Yusuf Abdulrazaq, for allegedly impersonating an officer of the Corps and extorting members of the public.
The suspect was apprehended at Rimin Auzinawa village in the Ungogo Local Government Area of Kano State while allegedly posing as an Assistant Superintendent of Corps I (ASC I), a two-star officer purportedly serving at the State Command Headquarters.
The Command’s Public Relations Officer, Ibrahim Abdullahi, disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday on behalf of the State Commandant, Mohammed Agalama.
According to the statement, preliminary investigations indicated that Abdulrazaq allegedly engaged in tracking stolen mobile phones but used the process to extort unsuspecting members of the public.
“The suspect, identified as Yusuf Abdulrazaq, was apprehended at Rimin Auzinawa village, Ungogo Local Government Area of Kano State, while allegedly parading himself as an Assistant Superintendent of Corps I (ASC I), a two-star officer purportedly serving at the State Command Headquarters,” the statement said.
The State Commandant warned members of the public to remain vigilant and verify the identities of individuals claiming to be NSCDC operatives, particularly those demanding money under questionable circumstances.
The command reiterated its commitment to protecting lives and property, maintaining public confidence and ensuring that individuals who impersonate security personnel or engage in criminal activities are brought to justice.
It added that the suspect remained in custody for further investigation and possible prosecution.
The NSCDC urged residents to report suspicious activities and cooperate with security agencies to strengthen public safety.